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The Truth Alliance Advocates for Peace, Development, and Good Governance: Boko Haram’s Lies Unveiled
The Truth Alliance, unwavering in its commitment to truth and justice, sheds light on the deceptive narrative propagated by Boko Haram. Moncef Kartas, Head of Office and Stabilization at UNDP Nigeria led delegation recently visited the North East, revealing critical insights that challenge Boko Haram’s claims.
The visit has once again exposed the truth about Boko Haram’s destructive and anti-Islamic agenda. The delegation’s account reveals the extent of the damage caused by the insurgency and the progress made in rebuilding and stabilizing the region.
Here are the key revelations:
*Boko Haram’s Weakness and Surrender:* Contrary to their menacing image, Boko Haram fighters are surrendering and seeking rehabilitation. The Hajj Camp in Borno serves as a testament to this reality, where former Boko Haram associates undergo screening and rehabilitation. The Truth Alliance emphasizes that Boko Haram’s strength is waning, and their ideology is crumbling.
*Slave Drivers and Deniers of Freedom:* Boko Haram’s reign of terror extends beyond violence. They force people into labor without regard for freedom or basic rights. The UNDP’s efforts to rehabilitate those who suffered under Boko Haram’s tyranny highlight the group’s disregard for human dignity.
*Death and Destruction:* The Shehu of Borno’s firsthand account paints a grim picture of the insurgency’s impact on communities. Boko Haram and similar insurgents bring only death and destruction. Their actions defy the principles of Islam and humanity.
*Rebuilding and Recovery:* Ngala LGA, once ravaged by Boko Haram, now witnesses a remarkable transformation. The Stabilization Facility, in collaboration with Borno Authorities, rebuilt border control facilities, the main police station in Gamboru, and the international cattle market. State services have returned, trade thrives, and economic activity flourishes. Boko Haram’s departure paved the way for progress.
*Symbol of Resilience and Hope:* Logumane, a town once proud of its central mosque, fell victim to Boko Haram’s brutality. However, since February 2024, over 3,200 internally displaced persons (IDPs) have returned home. The Stabilization Facility, alongside government efforts, reconstructed 500 housing units, a primary healthcare center, schools, a police outpost, and a deep aquifer borehole. Solar street lights illuminate the path toward recovery. Boko Haram’s destruction in Logumane underscores their disrespect for Islam and disregard for human lives.
*A Call for Sustainable Development:* The Truth Alliance engages in critical discussions with leaders like Governor Prof. Zulum. Questions about livelihood interventions, development opportunities, insurgency, insecurity, and access to farmland drive our pursuit of a better future for all Nigerians.
The Truth Alliance reaffirms that Boko Haram’s actions do not represent Islam. Their legacy is one of violence, oppression, and destruction. It is time to tell the truth and work collectively toward peace, development, and good governance.
*About Truth Alliance*
The Truth Alliance is committed to unmasking the truth behind violent and extremist groups and empowering communities to resist tyranny and violence. Through education, outreach, and collaboration, the Truth Alliance strives to build a safer, more resilient society for all.
In a campaign tagged ‘Time to Tell the Truth’, the Truth Alliance has come together to expose the truth behind how violent extremist groups draw young people into their ranks. Their message is simple: These groups manipulate, they deceive, they Control, they kill, they kidnap, they destroy, and their movement as well as ideology is inherently weak.
The Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Muhammad Matawalle, and Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Gwabin Musa, arrived in Maiduguri, Borno State, on Friday for a high-level operational visit to Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), the military’s counter-insurgency campaign in the North East.
The visit, according to a statement by Ahmad Dan Wudil, the minister’s media aide, aims to evaluate the troops’ operational readiness, boost morale among frontline personnel, and review strategies to restore lasting peace and stability in the region.
The statement underscored the Armed Forces of Nigeria’s commitment to safeguarding the nation’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
The trip comes amid growing concerns over resurgent attacks by Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) in Borno State.
Earlier this month, Governor Babagana Zulum warned that the security situation was deteriorating, with insurgents dislodging military formations in areas such as Wulgo, Wajiroko, and Sabon Gari.
Zulum urged the federal government and security agencies to act decisively to prevent a reversal of the gains made in the fight against insurgency.
“While we appreciate the tremendous support from the federal government and the military, the current shift in focus away from the North East risks undermining our progress,” Zulum said, highlighting the need for renewed efforts to curb the escalating violence.
The minister’s visit signals a renewed commitment to addressing the security challenges in Borno, where sporadic attacks have raised fears among residents and displaced communities.
Operation HADIN KAI remains a cornerstone of Nigeria’s efforts to combat insurgency and restore stability to the troubled region.
By Israel Bulus, Kaduna
As Nigeria joins the global community to mark World Malaria Day 2025, the Caleb Danladi Foundation has stepped up its efforts to combat the disease, with a special focus on protecting vulnerable populations.
Aligning with this year’s theme, “Malaria Ends With Us: Reinvest, Reimagine, Reignite,” the Foundation facilitated the re-enrollment of hundreds of women, children, and other at-risk groups into the Kaduna State Health Insurance Scheme.
Founder of the Foundation, Captain Caleb Danladi, disclosed that the organisation fully funded the beneficiaries’ insurance premiums to enhance their access to malaria prevention and treatment services.
Speaking during Friday’s commemoration, Danladi lamented that malaria continues to claim countless lives, particularly in underserved communities.
“Healthcare is a right, not a privilege,” he said. “On this World Malaria Day, we reaffirm our commitment to saving lives through direct support, strong advocacy, and strategic investments in community health solutions.”
He emphasised the need for sustained investments in healthcare and a reimagined approach to delivering equitable services across communities.
Danladi also urged government agencies, healthcare workers, and development partners to strengthen collaboration efforts aimed at eradicating malaria, noting that safeguarding the health and dignity of Nigerians especially women and children is a shared responsibility.
The Director-General (D-G) of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, stated that Africa would be minimally impacted by the tariffs imposed by the President of the United States of America (USA), Donald Trump.
Okonjo-Iweala made the remark during an interview with Nigerian journalists at the Spring Meetings of the World Bank in Washington D.C. on Friday.
She explained that only 6.5 per cent of Africa’s exports go to the USA, while 4.4 per cent of its imports come from the U.S., meaning that the impact on the continent would be minimal.
“The trade of the continent is very limited with the USA. We have done the analysis, and the impact on the continent as a whole is not significant,” she said.
However, she noted that Africa’s limited trade with the USA was also not ideal, as it hindered economic growth.
The D-G emphasised that Africa needed to focus on utilising its own resources to reach its full potential, as aid was declining, and the continent required more investment.
She pointed out that Africa must strengthen internal trade, citing Lesotho as an example.
In spite of Lesotho exporting 200 million dollars’ worth of textiles to the USA, the country faced challenges due to the shrinking U.S. market.
Okonjo-Iweala noted that Africa spent 7 billion dollars annually on importing textiles, suggesting that Lesotho should instead focus on selling textiles within African markets.
She also urged the USA to consider the effects of tariffs on least-developed countries, calling for a reassessment of the reciprocal tariffs in poorer nations.
Okonjo-Iweala concluded that Africa needed more investments and should work towards boosting intra-Africa trade, which remained underdeveloped.
“We cannot trade more externally, where our trade is only 3 per cent of world trade, or internally, where intra-Africa trade is 16 to 20 per cent at most,” she said.(NAN)